Holding steady.
Popularity of Meygan since 1991
Babies named Meygan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 107 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Meygan is a modern respelling of the well-established name Megan, which has been used in the United States since the early 20th century. The Social Security Administration first recorded Meygan in 1991, and it reached its peak popularity in 2003. Despite this peak, the name has remained extremely rare and has never appeared in the top 1,000 names. Over the past decade, its usage has been stable but low, with fewer than five births per year nationally. Unlike Megan, which has seen more widespread use, Meygan is a distinctive spelling choice that appeals to parents seeking individuality without straying far from a familiar sound. The name has no significant regional concentration within the United States.
Meygan is a modern respelling of Megan, a Welsh diminutive of Margaret, which derives from the Greek margarites, meaning 'pearl'. The name entered English usage in the early 20th century and gained popularity in the United States in the 1970s. The 'ey' spelling is a contemporary variation that emerged in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Meg, Mey
Sibling names for Meygan
Names that share Meygan's style, for a brother or sister.
